Job Title: Production Team Leader
Location: Hungerford
Shift: Shift Rotation or Days
Pay Rate: £14.90 per hour
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Production Team Leader to join a well-established food manufacturing company. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong leadership skills and experience in a fast-paced production environment.
The Role
As a Production Team Leader, you will oversee a team of operators and ensure the smooth running of production and packaging processes. You will play a key role in meeting production targets, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring a safe and hygienic working environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Organising daily activities for operators
* Managing production start-ups, shutdowns, and changeovers
* Monitoring product quality and ensuring compliance with specifications
* Achieving production targets and shift goals
* Leading daily handovers and tier meetings
* Training and coaching team members
* Ensuring compliance with Food Safety, Health & Safety, and 5S standards
* Completing all shift paperwork accurately
* Assisting in production operations when required
* Deputising for the Production Supervisor when necessary
About You
We’re looking for a Team Leader who can communicate effectively, motivate a team, and lead by example.
Essential:
* Good knowledge of manufacturing, food safety, and health & safety
* Ability to lead and manage teams
* Strong communication and teamwork skills
* Enthusiastic, engaging, and personable approach
Desirable:
* Previous supervisory experience, ideally within food manufacturing
* HACCP, Health & Safety, or Food Hygiene Level 2 training
* Forklift licence
* Knowledge of Lean Sigma or continuous improvement processes
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